What does FPM stand for?

Fine Particulate Matter (diameter less than or equal to 2.5 micrometers)

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Samples in periodicals archive:

There is growing evidence that fine particulate matter air pollution [< 2.

[PM.sub.2.5] and [PM.sub.[10-2.5]] exposures, mortality, and CHD

According to health experts, very fine particulate matters emitted from brick kiln are amongst the most harmful air pollutants.

Kiln owners move court against displacement

Research and clinical practice has established that fine particulate matter, when inhaled, can induce or exacerbate respiratory disease, including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Data is in: End field burning now

SO2 and NOx emissions are "precursors" of ozone and fine particulate matter pollution.

D.C. Circuit Vacates Clean Air Interstate Rule, Creating Uncertainty ...

Numerous studies have shown that the fine particulate matter in soot sinks deep into the lungs, causing serious health problems.

Fireplace ban mulled in Southern California

The multi-state lawsuit filed in December alleges that EPA has ignored overwhelming scientific evidence and the advice of its own experts that fine particulate matter is responsible for premature death, chronic respiratory disease and asthma attacks as well as increased hospital admissions and emergency room visits.

States sue EPA over soot standards

The most recent federal study focuses on how fine particulate matter -- microscopic bits 1/30 the width of a human hair -- can increase the risk of heart disease in older women.

OLDER WOMEN FACING THREAT POLLUTION PARTICLES ADD TO HEART RISKS

Fine particulate matter emitted from diesel fuel has a diameter of less than 2.

WEST CHESTER SCHOOL DISTRICT GETS $30,000 TO REDUCE EMISSIONS